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Biggest roadblocks to sex you should be wary of

Several factors in our everyday lives can affect how often one has sex or how much one enjoys intimacy. Here are some of the biggest roadblocks that can prove to be nothing short of a killjoy:

StressExperts say that stress can be the numero uno happiness killer. Sex for women is, they add, not just a physical act, but also a deeply emotional experience — it's the brain that turns us on. So, if we feel stressed all the time, chances are our sex life will get affected in several ways. It's easy to turn to food or alcohol when you are stressed, but these will only serve to dampen your desire. Instead exercise and eat healthy so that you can keep stress hormones in control.

Work pressureIf you are swamped with work and if you really don't know how to deal with the work pressure, you are bound to think less of sex. You might find little or no time to enjoy uninterrupted sexual intimacy with your partner.

ChildrenAccording to counsellors, parenthood can be an impediment sometimes. Especially when you have just become parents and you are both trying to adjust to a new routine in your life, your libido can take a hit. The way out would be taking a trip out of town once a month, according to relationship counsellors. Leave your child with a caregiver you trust and enjoy togetherness.

Body imageIf you are constantly apprehensive about how you look, this can be a veritable roadblock to getting pleasure. Stop worrying about your appearance or your body shape or any other imperfection — it's the emotional connect that one should focus on.

Medical mattersHealth experts say that certain medical conditions can also lead to lower sex drive in women. Sometimes such problems can be latent or can go undiagnosed. For instance, thyroid diseases can cause tiredness, depression and consequently, low libido, experts add. Chronic diseases such as diabetes and anaemia can also be the culprits.